Renewable Energy and Architecture MSc

at University of Nottingham

The course comprises 180 credits, split across 120 credits worth of taught modules during autumn and spring semesters, and a 60-credit dissertation completed over the summer period.
 

During the autumn semester, you will be given a comprehensive background on the subject and on the use of a number of powerful computer programs, including Ansys and EnergyPlus.
 

In the spring semester, you will undertake laboratory work and design and simulation projects related to the course area.
 

In the spring term, students from all academic backgrounds are taught how to write/develop computer programs for energy modelling and many other applications, using step-by-step Microsoft Object Oriented programming.

Modules

MSc

• Principles of Renewable and Energy Efficient Systems (autumn) 20 credits
• Wind Environment 3D Simulation in Architecture (autumn) 20 credits
• Passive Solar Design Principles and Simulation (autumn) 10 credits
• Renewable Energy Technology Design and Appraisal (spring) 20 credits
• Climate Responsive Building Design Project (spring) 20 credits
• Building Energy Performance Rating and Programming (spring) 10 credits
• Research and Professional Skills, Tools and Methods (spring) 20 credits
• Dissertation, Architecture and Built Environment (summer) 60 credits
   

Undergraduate degree

2:1 (or international equivalent) in architecture, building engineering, building services engineering, electrical engineering, town planning / urban design, civil/structural engineering or mechanical engineering. Applicants from other relevant professional backgrounds may also be considered.

International and EU equivalents

We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

IELTS

6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any element)
 

The fees for Renewable Energy and Architecture MSc may vary from £25,000 to £35,000 annually for tuition fees. The fee's prices may get higher for International Students.

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